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First Issued:
July 2002

Site Updated:
July 12, 2005


WASTE DISCHARGE AUTHORIZATIONS:
APPLICATION FORMS AND GUIDANCE


Guidance: Consultation

Guidance on Applications for Authorizations under the Environmental Management Act — Consultation

Recommended actions an applicant should take in submitting an application for a permit, significant amendment or approval.

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Introduction

This guidance document was prepared to assist the applicant in understanding the consultation process that must be undertaken in order to meet the regulatory requirements which provide opportunity for others to have input to the process and ensure the Director has the necessary information to make a decision on the application.

The applicant undertakes consultation activities during a pre-application stage and before formal submission of the application package to be aware and address the concerns and issues of others in the process of determining the extent of waste treatment and disposal technology needed to protect public health and the environment. These consultation activities include a pre-application meeting with the manager, and consultation with the public, agencies and stakeholders through notices at the site, published in newspapers and hand-delivered or delivered by mail to stakeholders and agencies.

The Public Notification Regulation places certain responsibilities on the applicant.


Referrals

Agencies that may have an interest in the application  include, although are not limited to:

  • Environment Canada

  • Regional Health Authority

  • Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries

  • Ministry of Environment — Environmental Stewardship, Ecosystem Section

  • Land and Water BC Inc.

  • Local government (municipality and/or regional district)

A list of agencies and addresses is provided for each ministry region. For comprehensive regional agency contact lists see: Regional Agency Contacts and Ministry Regional offices.

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